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98 s70 t5 suspension problem

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johnmc70
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Year and Model: 98 s70 t5
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98 s70 t5 suspension problem

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I just put new front struts and strut mounts on my 98 s70 but why are they so noisy? it sounds like a Snapple bottle cap when driving and I double checked everything and its all right. Anyone ever have this problem and know of a simple fix?

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Post by Ozark Lee »

Double check that your sway bar end links really are tight. It is easy to get them in a bind as you tighten them down and they will torque down like they are tight but they really aren't.

With the car on the ground grab the end link with your hand and have someone bounce the front end. If they are loose that will normally reveal the problem.

...Lee
'94 850 N/A 5 speed
'96 Platinum Edition Turbo
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1999 V70XC - Nautic Blue - Totaled while parked.
1999 V70XC - RIP - Wrecked Parts Car.
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1996 850 N/A
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